The Chai is fantastic good — more than 20 different spices, including a local honey.

With online sales, and partnerships with local businesses, the small business that started in the Duckler’s garage is making money. And it’s making people come together around a ritual that’s 1,000 years old.

“Our goal is to slowly cultivate this taste in people,” David said. “People know what to expect in craft coffee. They don’t know tea, yet.”